Fulbright Foreign Student Program

U.S. Department of StatepgUSD 55,000full

Closed for this cycle — deadline was 15 May 2026Verified 2026-08-24

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree with strong academic record required
English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 90+) required
Bangladeshi citizenship and residency required
Return to Bangladesh after the program required

What this award covers

✓ Full tuition
✓ Monthly stipend
✓ Travel / airfare
✓ Health insurance

Required documents

TOEFL/IELTS scores required

Transcripts required

3 recommendation letters required

Study objective essay required

How to apply

Take TOEFL

Minimum iBT 90 for most fields.

1–2 months prep

Online application

Apply via the Fulbright Bangladesh portal (USEF-D).

2 weeks

Interview

Shortlisted candidates interview at USEF-D, Banani.

45 minutes

Placement

Fulbright matches candidates to US universities.

3–6 months

Apply

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Frequently asked questions

Can I defer if awarded?

Deferrals are considered case-by-case for medical or family emergencies.

Is there an interview?

Yes — semi-finalists interview in Dhaka.

Source

Verified 2026-08-24

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